Bookkeeper
<p>Our client based near Water Mill, NY (Eastern Suffolk County) is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support a leave. The company works with a wide range of subcontractors and vendors, so staying on top of check cutting, AP/AR, and reconciliation is key. This is a great role for someone who likes a steady workflow, a friendly environment, and the ability to make an immediate impact.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a hands-on bookkeeping role where organization, accuracy, and urgency matter. This is a temporary assignment with the potential to go temporary to permanent after a few months.</p><p><br></p><p>Accounts Payable (AP)</p><ul><li>Cut checks daily in QuickBooks Online to subcontractors and vendors — this is the top priority</li><li>Enter invoices and ensure timely payment processing</li><li>Verify pricing, quantities, and match invoices to POs or job tickets</li><li>Maintain vendor records, W-9s, and compliance documents</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Track and manage retention/holdbacks when needed</li></ul><p>Accounts Receivable (AR)</p><ul><li>Generate and send customer invoices</li><li>Apply payments and update AR aging</li><li>Follow up on outstanding invoices as needed</li><li>Coordinate with project managers to ensure accurate billing</li><li>General Bookkeeping & Month-End Support</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and credit cards monthly</li></ul><p>Maintain and update AP/AR reports</p><ul><li>Assist with job cost tracking and basic project accounting support</li><li>Prepare simple journal entries, adjustments, and month-end updates</li><li>Maintain clean financial records and organized digital files</li><li>Construction Administrative Support</li><li>Support job costing efforts by coding invoices to the correct project</li><li>Assist field/project teams with financial documentation (POs, invoices, receipts)</li><li>Help streamline processes inside QuickBooks Online</li><li>Maintain subcontractor and vendor correspondence</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why This Role Is Great....</p><ul><li>Flexible hours (7–3, 8–4, or 9–5 — whatever works best for you)</li><li>Small, supportive team with a great reputation in the Southampton area</li><li>Autonomy in your day-to-day — they trust their bookkeeper</li></ul>
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in bookkeeping or related financial roles.<br>• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, including accounts payable and receivable workflows.<br>• Strong knowledge of bank reconciliations and general ledger management.<br>• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.<br>• Experience in handling vendor compliance records such as W-9s and retention tracking.<br>• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and external stakeholders.<br>• Familiarity with job costing and basic project accounting processes.<br>• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.
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- Water Mill, NY
- onsite
- Temporary
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25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client based near Water Mill, NY (Eastern Suffolk County) is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support a leave. The company works with a wide range of subcontractors and vendors, so staying on top of check cutting, AP/AR, and reconciliation is key. This is a great role for someone who likes a steady workflow, a friendly environment, and the ability to make an immediate impact.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a hands-on bookkeeping role where organization, accuracy, and urgency matter. This is a temporary assignment with the potential to go temporary to permanent after a few months.</p><p><br></p><p>Accounts Payable (AP)</p><ul><li>Cut checks daily in QuickBooks Online to subcontractors and vendors — this is the top priority</li><li>Enter invoices and ensure timely payment processing</li><li>Verify pricing, quantities, and match invoices to POs or job tickets</li><li>Maintain vendor records, W-9s, and compliance documents</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Track and manage retention/holdbacks when needed</li></ul><p>Accounts Receivable (AR)</p><ul><li>Generate and send customer invoices</li><li>Apply payments and update AR aging</li><li>Follow up on outstanding invoices as needed</li><li>Coordinate with project managers to ensure accurate billing</li><li>General Bookkeeping & Month-End Support</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and credit cards monthly</li></ul><p>Maintain and update AP/AR reports</p><ul><li>Assist with job cost tracking and basic project accounting support</li><li>Prepare simple journal entries, adjustments, and month-end updates</li><li>Maintain clean financial records and organized digital files</li><li>Construction Administrative Support</li><li>Support job costing efforts by coding invoices to the correct project</li><li>Assist field/project teams with financial documentation (POs, invoices, receipts)</li><li>Help streamline processes inside QuickBooks Online</li><li>Maintain subcontractor and vendor correspondence</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why This Role Is Great....</p><ul><li>Flexible hours (7–3, 8–4, or 9–5 — whatever works best for you)</li><li>Small, supportive team with a great reputation in the Southampton area</li><li>Autonomy in your day-to-day — they trust their bookkeeper</li></ul>
- 2025-11-21T20:59:05Z